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Best podcasts about mason currey

Latest podcast episodes about mason currey

The Best Advice Show
The True Meaning of Discipline with John Cage and Mason Currey

The Best Advice Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 15:23


Today's episode is based on Mason Currey's piece, John Cage on the true meaning of discipline. You should subscribe to Mason's essential newsletter, Subtle Maneuvers. And here's his piece about totally insane, unhinged, helpful strategies. Mason's book, Making Art and Making a Living is available for pre-order here. The John Cage interview excerpts come from The Internet Archive. Hear the whole thing @John Cage interviewed by Jack Hirschman in Los Angeles, 1963. Mason was last on TBAS talking about procrastinating properly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Best Advice Show
This Experiment Will Help You Move From Procrastinating to Creating with Malaka Gharib

The Best Advice Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 7:43


Malaka Gharib is a writer, journalist, and cartoonist. She is the author of I Was Their American Dream: A Graphic Memoir, winner of an Arab American Book Award and named one of the best books of the year by NPR, The Washington Post, Kirkus Reviews, and the New York Public Library. By day, she works on NPR's science desk, covering the topic of global health and development. Her comics, zines, and writing have been published in NPR, Catapult, The Seventh Wave Magazine, The Nib, The Believer, and The New Yorker.  --- Mason Currey's Daily Rituals: How Artists Work --- Brad Stulburg on not needing to feel good to get going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FLF, LLC
Will Artificial Intelligence Make Creative People More Efficient? [The Pugcast]

FLF, LLC

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 65:10


Today Chris raises the question expressed in the title of this episode. Enthusiasts for Artificial Intelligence promise that chatbots will make everyone more efficient and productive--even novelists and scholars. But is that really possible considering what history's most famous creatives tell us about how they went about their work? People who've looked into their daily routines such as Oliver Burkeman (author of, Four Thousand Weeks, Time Management for Mortals) and Mason Currey (author of, Daily Rituals) inform us that people like Charles Darwin and Flannery O'Connor only worked 3 to 4 hours a day on the things we remember them for. The rest of the time they did other things--mostly unrelated. So, would they have gotten more done with the help of artificial intelligence? The Pugs have their doubts. Tune in and find out why. Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Connect with Glenn and Every Square Inch Ministries at https://www.esquareinch.com/ Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

The Theology Pugcast
Will Artificial Intelligence Make Creative People More Efficient?

The Theology Pugcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 65:09


Today Chris raises the question expressed in the title of this episode. Enthusiasts for Artificial Intelligence promise that chatbots will make everyone more efficient and productive--even novelists and scholars. But is that really possible considering what history's most famous creatives tell us about how they went about their work? People who've looked into their daily routines such as Oliver Burkeman (author of, Four Thousand Weeks, Time Management for Mortals) and Mason Currey (author of, Daily Rituals) inform us that people like Charles Darwin and Flannery O'Connor only worked 3 to 4 hours a day on the things we remember them for. The rest of the time they did other things--mostly unrelated. So, would they have gotten more done with the help of artificial intelligence? The Pugs have their doubts. Tune in and find out why.Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8Connect with Glenn and Every Square Inch Ministries at https://www.esquareinch.com/Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

The Theology Pugcast
Will Artificial Intelligence Make Creative People More Efficient?

The Theology Pugcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 65:10


Today Chris raises the question expressed in the title of this episode. Enthusiasts for Artificial Intelligence promise that chatbots will make everyone more efficient and productive--even novelists and scholars. But is that really possible considering what history's most famous creatives tell us about how they went about their work? People who've looked into their daily routines such as Oliver Burkeman (author of, Four Thousand Weeks, Time Management for Mortals) and Mason Currey (author of, Daily Rituals) inform us that people like Charles Darwin and Flannery O'Connor only worked 3 to 4 hours a day on the things we remember them for. The rest of the time they did other things--mostly unrelated. So, would they have gotten more done with the help of artificial intelligence? The Pugs have their doubts. Tune in and find out why. Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Connect with Glenn and Every Square Inch Ministries at https://www.esquareinch.com/ Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

Fight Laugh Feast USA
Will Artificial Intelligence Make Creative People More Efficient? [The Pugcast]

Fight Laugh Feast USA

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 65:10


Today Chris raises the question expressed in the title of this episode. Enthusiasts for Artificial Intelligence promise that chatbots will make everyone more efficient and productive--even novelists and scholars. But is that really possible considering what history's most famous creatives tell us about how they went about their work? People who've looked into their daily routines such as Oliver Burkeman (author of, Four Thousand Weeks, Time Management for Mortals) and Mason Currey (author of, Daily Rituals) inform us that people like Charles Darwin and Flannery O'Connor only worked 3 to 4 hours a day on the things we remember them for. The rest of the time they did other things--mostly unrelated. So, would they have gotten more done with the help of artificial intelligence? The Pugs have their doubts. Tune in and find out why. Support the Theology Pugcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thetheologypugcast?fbclid=IwAR17UHhfzjphO52C_kkZfursA_C784t0ldFix0wyB4fd-YOJpmOQ3dyqGf8 Connect with Glenn and Every Square Inch Ministries at https://www.esquareinch.com/ Learn more about WPC Battle Ground: https://www.solochristo.org/ Connect with WileyCraft Productions: https://wileycraftproductions.com/

OPTIMIZE with Brian Johnson | More Wisdom in Less Time
Daily Rituals by Mason Currey (Heroic Wisdom Daily)

OPTIMIZE with Brian Johnson | More Wisdom in Less Time

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 1:14


Today's wisdom comes from Daily Rituals by Mason Currey.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused   Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

Van Dis Ongefilterd
#33 Live vanuit de foyer van Writers Unlimited: een aflevering met publiek

Van Dis Ongefilterd

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 66:00


In deze eerste Van Dis Ongefilterd met publiek (dank voor uw komst) vanaf het festival Writers Unlimited in Den Haag (op 26 januari jl.). Adriaan en Simon spreken over: wat heeft Adriaan op het festival gedaan / een piemelclub / de weduwe van Indië / Chateau de Hooge Vuursche / de veelzijdige George Orwell / rituelen van Sartre en Agatha Christie / diepe en oppervlakkige vragen uit het publiek / gastdichteres Indiana Speciale gast: Saartje van Camp (feat. Judith Rijsenbrij) In verband met BumaStemra konden we niet de gehele nummers laten horen in de uitzending, Meer horen van Saartje, bijvoorbeeld het nummer Vallen: https://open.spotify.com/track/6td5qOEBIxTpQ2kosZSBT6?si=fEoT0NAPRcaHQ0JZC5Sv0g&context=spotify%3Asearch%3Asaartje%2Bvan%2Bcamp Het album van Saartje heet In de naam van en is op cd en vinyl te krijgen: https://www.platomania.nl/search/results/?q=saartje+van+camp&format= Dagelijkse rituelen van Mason Currey (in de Nederlandse versie met bijdragen van Eva Hoeke is hier te bestellen: https://www.boekenwereld.com/mason-currey-dagelijkse-rituelen-9789492493378 Je kunt de boeken van Adriaan natuurlijk in de boekwinkel bestellen, maar veel van zijn boeken zijn ook als audioboek te beluisteren, ingesproken door Adriaan zelf. Neem nou bijvoorbeeld Ik kom terug bij Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ns45PTEOXWBkNy9sLwO8D?si=pBhBrJ-MQF2SMKVQiSu0FQ Simon interviewt Christien Brinkgreve over haar boek Beladen huis op 15 februari in Bergen (NH): https://www.eerstebergenscheboekhandel.nl/activiteit/christien-brinkgreve-beladen-huis-boekpresentatie/ Volg het instagram account van de podcast: @vandis.ongefilterd. Wil je een vraag stellen of reageren? Mail het aan: vandis@atlascontact.nl Van Dis Ongefilterd wordt gemaakt door Adriaan van Dis, Simon Dikker Hupkes en Bart Jeroen Kiers. Techniek: Marc Reijnen (van Ontrack studio). Montage: Sten Govers (van Thinium Audioboekproducties). © 2025 Atlas Contact | Adriaan van DisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Van Dis Ongefilterd
#32 Ik heb eens een huis gehuurd met uitzicht op zee, maar die kon je alleen maar zien als je op de wc-bril stond.

Van Dis Ongefilterd

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 46:41


Adriaan en Simon bespreken in deze aflevering: trampraters / 1 miljoen & Simon verrast Adriaan / rectificatie Grenadierstrasse / Eindstation Auschwitz / dagelijkse rituelen (van kunstenaars) / boter op Adriaans hoofd? / reprise Van der Lubbe Schrijvers/componisten van dienst: Ida Gerhardt / Eddy de Wind / Mason Currey / Ernest Hemingway / Simeon ten Holt / Adriaan Roland Holst Eindstation Auschwitz van Eddy de Wind, met een voorwoord van Adriaan van Dis is hier te bestellen: https://www.boekenwereld.com/eddy-de-wind-eindstation-auschwitz-9789089682918 Dagelijkse rituelen van Mason Currey (in de Nederlandse versie met bijdragen van Eva Hoeke is hier te bestellen: https://www.boekenwereld.com/mason-currey-dagelijkse-rituelen-9789492493378 De eeuw van Simeon ten Holt is een documentaire die ten tijde van de opnames in de bioscopen te zien is. Het gedicht van Ida Gerhardt is Onvervreemdbaar Het gedicht van Adriaan Roland Holst is Eens Huts van The Blockparty & Esko (featuring Mouad Locos, JoeyAK, Young Ellens & Chivv (prod. Puri)): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYk14hnua8k Je kunt de boeken van Adriaan natuurlijk in de boekwinkel bestellen, maar veel van zijn boeken zijn ook als audioboek te beluisteren, ingesproken door Adriaan zelf. Neem nou bijvoorbeeld Ik kom terug bij Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ns45PTEOXWBkNy9sLwO8D?si=pBhBrJ-MQF2SMKVQiSu0FQ Volg het instagram account van de podcast: @vandis.ongefilterd. Wil je een vraag stellen of reageren? Mail het aan: vandis@atlascontact.nl Van Dis Ongefilterd wordt gemaakt door Adriaan van Dis, Simon Dikker Hupkes en Bart Jeroen Kiers. Montage: Sten Govers (van Thinium Audioboekproducties). © 2025 Atlas Contact | Adriaan van DisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Van Dis Ongefilterd
#31 'Enige neurotische trekjes zijn me niet vreemd. Ik poets graag zilver als ik schrijf. En dan is dat nog een keurig ding.'

Van Dis Ongefilterd

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 50:37


Adriaan en Simon bespreken in deze aflevering: de zesde dalai lama / goede voornemens: extravagantere kleding / dagelijkse rituelen (van kunstenaars) / wapperen met een geslachtsdeel / een niet met naam genoemde Nederlandse schrijver / Adriaans schrijfketting (psychiatrisch verklaard) / een teruggevonden fantasie: voor jezelf of deel je die? / poëtisch intermezzo / luisteraarspost / uit Adriaan boekenkast Schrijvers van dienst: Paul van der Velde / Mason Currey / Simon Vestdijk / Ed. Hoornik / Timothy Snyder / Victor Klemperer / Ben Okri Een turkooizen bij van Paul van der Velde is hier te bestellen: https://www.boekenwereld.com/zesde-dalai-lama-een-turkooizen-bij-9789493332980 Dagelijkse rituelen van Mason Currey (in de Nederlandse versie met bijdragen van Eva Hoeke) is hier te bestellen: https://www.boekenwereld.com/mason-currey-dagelijkse-rituelen-9789492493378 De gedichten van het intermezzo: Grafschrift van Simon Vestdijk, Pogrom en Ballade van de nachtredacteur van Ed. Hoornik. Link naar de substack van Timothy Snyder: https://open.substack.com/pub/snyder/p/the-mump-oligarchy-a-glossary?r=1xnn8a&utm_medium=ios Victor Klemperers Barre bevrijding is te digitaal te lezen of luisteren: Audioboek: https://open.spotify.com/show/1XiA8Sp4tBtMeLrY7JVMCQ E-book: https://www.boekenwereld.com/victor-klemperer-barre-bevrijding-9789045041414 Je kunt de boeken van Adriaan natuurlijk in de boekwinkel bestellen, maar veel van zijn boeken zijn ook als audioboek te beluisteren, ingesproken door Adriaan zelf. Neem nou bijvoorbeeld Ik kom terug bij Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ns45PTEOXWBkNy9sLwO8D?si=pBhBrJ-MQF2SMKVQiSu0FQ Volg het instagram account van de podcast: @vandis.ongefilterd. Wil je een vraag stellen of reageren? Mail het aan: vandis@atlascontact.nl Van Dis Ongefilterd wordt gemaakt door Adriaan van Dis, Simon Dikker Hupkes en Bart Jeroen Kiers. Montage: Sten Govers (van Thinium Audioboekproducties). © 2025 Atlas Contact | Adriaan van DisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Catalyst: Sparking Creative Transformation in Healthcare
Staying Inspired: Simple Rituals Every Physician Needs

The Catalyst: Sparking Creative Transformation in Healthcare

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 29:11


What if inspiration didn't have to arrive in rare, dramatic bursts? Inspired by Mason Currey's “Daily Rituals: How Artists Work,” I've learned that simple routines can nurture creativity in ways we don't always expect. By creating rituals, we can stay energized, connect more deeply with patients, and prevent burnout.   For me, a daily writing routine became a powerful tool for self-expression and healing during a difficult time. This wasn't about waiting for the perfect moment to write; it was about showing up consistently and letting creativity flow. I believe rituals help us turn everyday practices into grounding moments that open us up to creative energy. What small, intentional habits could make a difference in your own life? I think they just might, especially in medicine, where creativity is often hidden in the art of patient care and problem-solving.   In this episode, I'm sharing practical ways to stay inspired, like finding dedicated workspaces or discovering your best times of day for focused tasks. Whether you're a physician or simply looking for ways to invite more creativity into your life, I hope my journey reminds you that inspiration can be woven into the fabric of our daily routines through purposeful rituals.   Quotes “I believe that a career in medicine is one of the most creative careers. You see, you're energetically engaged with a patient. You're using all five senses, which means you're putting yourself in flow.”  (01:00 | Dr. Lara Salyer) “Routine matters... Structure actually helps creativity. But really, it's about consistency, and our brain is a predictive machine.” (07:28 | Dr. Lara Salyer) “Constraints actually will fuel creativity... the more constraints you apply, your brain works a little harder to be creative.” (20:44 | Dr. Lara Salyer) “Persistence over perfection… We need to have a ‘BM' once a day—one bare minimum daily. Done is better than perfect.” (22:12 | Dr. Lara Salyer) “Medicine should be fun. It should be a self-expressive act. It should be a creative act where you're helping your patient heal.” (23:11 | Dr. Lara Salyer)   Links Free Catalyst Calendar planner: https://healthinnate.activehosted.com/f/49 Take the Archetype quiz to find your ideal play activity: https://3nb09zv7070.typeform.com/archetype Daily Rituals: How Artists Work by Mason Currey: https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Rituals-How-Artists-Work/dp/0307273601 Right Brain Rescue Book: Amazon store front: https://www.amazon.com//dp/B08JCKBWK5/   Connect with Lara:  Website: https://drlarasalyer.com The Catalyst Way: https://drlarasalyer.com/catalyst Instagram: @drlarasalyer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlarasalyer Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlarasalyer/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DrLaraSalyer TikTok: @Creativity.Doctor   Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm

In Bed With Lisa
What to Do if She Doesn't Want Sex

In Bed With Lisa

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 21:34


In this episode of "Save That Spark," Lisa Welsh tackles a pressing issue many couples face: what to do when your spouse doesn't want sex. Addressing the complexities of declining sexual desire in relationships, Lisa provides insightful strategies to bridge the gap between emotional and physical intimacy. Discover how to enhance connection without blame, explore the interplay of emotional support and sexual intimacy, and utilise practical tools to reignite the spark. Whether it's overcoming distractions like technology, understanding different types of libido, or improving communication, this episode offers a compassionate guide to navigating a sexless marriage and revitalising your connection. Links: Recommended sex therapists: https://mysexualhealth.co.za/pages/consultations Daily Rituals by Mason Currey: https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Rituals-How-Artists-Work/dp/0307273601 A Man's Guide to Sexual Confidence: https://savethatspark.com/confidence-guide

The Chasing Greatness Podcast
59. Ernest Hemingway, Stephen King, Beethoven, and More (How The World's Greatest Artists Worked)

The Chasing Greatness Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 41:14


Diving into routines and rituals of the world's greatest artist from Mason Currey's book: Daily Rituals -----4:45 - Gertrude Stein and  Haruki Murakami - Short vs long routines6:50 - Ernest Hemingway - Leave some juice in the tank9:30 - Marcel Proust - Is it sustainable 12:40 - Beethoven  and Soren Kierkegaard - Walks as an aid to creativity 17:30 - Woody Allen and Nicholas Baker - The importance of novelty 21:15 - David Lynch - Meditation 23:50 - N.C. Wyeth - Limit Distractions25:40 - Creativity Reminders 30:00- Do's and Don'ts-----Check out my new book Chasing Greatness: Timeless Stories on the Pursuit of ExcellenceYou can get some Chasing Greatness Apparel here

We The Switch
EP 221 - Creative Talk (Ideas, Urgency, Projects)

We The Switch

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 16:50


Hey, welcome back to The Switch! Eric and I are hanging out again at JuJuice, diving into Creative talk about launching ideas. In this episode, we're tackling the idea of creative urgency—how to keep pushing even when it feels tough. We shared insights from our own experiences about how setting the right intentions can really drive your projects forward. Switch-it-up Steps: Launch It: Got an idea? Don't just sit on it. Launching is the first big step to bringing your creative vision to life. Stay Fired Up: Keep that creative energy high. If you're feeling low, switch up your routine or workspace to reignite that spark. Collect and Use Ideas: We talk about practical ways to save and organize your ideas, like using your phone to take screenshots or bookmarking posts that inspire you. This helps turn those sparks of inspiration into something real. We also discussed some must-read books that fuel our creative drives. One book is Daily Rituals: How Artists Work by Mason Currey, which dives into the routines of over 150 creative greats, offering tons of inspiration for anyone looking to boost their creative output. As we wrap up this session, remember: being creative takes courage, and sometimes, you just have to go for it. Stay connected, stay creative, and let's keep switching it up! Stay Connected: Catch Eric: @infinitetalkspod Catch Oscar: @happyoscarstudio

THE ARTISTS ( indie filmmakers podcast)
EP 148 DAILY RITUALS- HOW ARTISTS WORK

THE ARTISTS ( indie filmmakers podcast)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 16:21


160 greatest Artists daily routines is condensed in this fantastic book by Mason Currey. In this snacky episode of THE ARTISTS PODCAST, Suchita extracts some of the rituals of her favourite artists- Fellini, Chopin, Picasso, Tesla, Benjamin Franklin, Woody Allen, David Lynch, Maya Angelou, Freud..Hopefully this will inspire all you guys to identify and sculpt you routines. Please connect with us at Metaphysicallab, Suchita. You can also join our insta handle- the.artistspodcast Email id: metaphysicallab@gmail.com/  You can follow us and leave us feedback on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @eplogmedia, For partnerships/queries send you can send us an email at bonjour@eplog.media DISCLAIMER: The views expressed on all the shows produced and distributed by Ep.Log Media are personal to the host and the guest of the shows respectively and with no intention to harm the sentiments of any individual/organization.The said content is not obscene or blasphemous or defamatory of any event and/or person deceased or alive or in contempt of court or breach of contract or breach of privilege, or in violation of any provisions of the statute, nor hurt the sentiments of any religious groups/ person/government/non-government authorities and/or breach or be against any declared public policy of any nation or state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Design Yourself
How to Make Time

Design Yourself

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 34:25


Productivity is a dead-end pursuit. Our to-dos will always fill whatever space we give it. How can we let go of the habits driving us to do more, better, faster? How can we make time for what matters most? In this episode of Design Yourself we explore: Our relationship with time; Examples of how time influenced the daily routines of artists Sylvia Plath and Erik Satie;  Sharon's musings on how urgency and scarcity impact our relationship to how much time we have and how much time we need; Reflection questions to create awareness and alignment on how we each move with and in time. “Productivity is a trap. Becoming more efficient just makes you more rushed, and trying to clear the decks simply makes them fill up again faster. Nobody in the history of humanity has ever achieved “work-life balance,” whatever that might be, and you certainly won't get there by copying the “six things successful people do before 7:00 a.m.” The day will never arrive when you finally have everything under control—when the flood of emails has been contained; when your to-do lists have stopped getting longer; when you're meeting all your obligations at work and in your home life; when nobody's angry with you for missing a deadline or dropping the ball; and when the fully optimized person you've become can turn, at long last, to the things life is really supposed to be about. Let's start by admitting defeat: none of this is ever going to happen. But you know what? That's excellent news.” -Oliver Burkeman, Four Thousand Weeks Stay Connected To book your 1:1 Vision Reading: https://pointroadstudios.com/product/vision-reading/ For show notes visit: https://pointroadstudios.com/podcast/how-to-make-time/  To connect on Linked In:  @Sharon Lipovsky @Point Road Studios  To connect on Instagram: @pointroadstudios Rate, Review & Subscribe to the podcast on Apple & Spotify Ideas Shared Reflection Prompts What is your flavor of distraction? What if it's not time that's hold you back? What else could it be? What are you wishing for? How might you make that happen in the next month? What else might work to try? What if you let time be? Links and Resources Four Thousand Weeks: Time and How to Use It by Oliver Burkeman And a good summary and review in The Guardian by Tim Adams Daily Rituals: How Artists Work by Mason Currey

No Stupid Questions
186. Do You Need a Routine?

No Stupid Questions

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 38:34


Would you be more adventurous if you had more structure? Do you multitask while brushing your teeth? And what would Mike's perfect brother Peter do?  SOURCES:David Brooks, opinion columnist for The New York Times.Colin Camerer, professor of economics at the California Institute of Technology.James Clear, writer.Mason Currey, author.David Goggins, ultra-endurance athlete and retired U.S. Navy SEAL.Jesse Itzler, entrepreneur and author.Katy Milkman, professor of operations, information and decisions at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and host of the Choiceology podcast.Aneesh Rai, professor of management and organization at the University of Maryland.Tony Robbins, author, motivational speaker, and life coach.Sydney Scott, professor of marketing at Washington University in St. Louis.Cass Sunstein, professor and founding director of the Program on Behavioral Economics and Public Policy at Harvard Law School.Elanor Williams, professor of marketing at Washington University in St. Louis. RESOURCES:"A Field Experiment on Subgoal Framing to Boost Volunteering: The Trade-Off Between Goal Granularity and Flexibility," by Aneesh Rai, Marissa A. Sharif, Edward H. Chang, Katherine L. Milkman, and Angela L. Duckworth (Journal of Applied Psychology, 2023)."What's Next? Advances and Challenges in Understanding How Environmental Predictability Shapes the Development of Cognitive Control," by Yuko Munakata, Diego Placido, and Winnie Zhuang (Current Directions in Psychological Science, 2023)."A Neural Autopilot Theory of Habit: Evidence From Consumer Purchases and Social Media Use," by Colin Camerer, Yi Xin, and Clarice Zhao (Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior, 2023)."In Goal Pursuit, I Think Flexibility Is the Best Choice for Me but Not for You," by Sydney E. Scott and Elanor F. Williams (Journal of Marketing Research, 2022).Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, by James Clear (2018).Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City, by Matthew Desmond (2016).Living with a SEAL: 31 Days Training with the Toughest Man on the Planet, by Jesse Itzler (2015)."The Good Order," by David Brooks (The New York Times, 2014).Daily Rituals: How Artists Work, by Mason Currey (2013).

Time & Other Thieves
November 2023

Time & Other Thieves

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 41:22


In this episode I briefly discuss the bullshit that is war of any kind and I pay brief homage to Matthew Perry (R.I.P.) before reflecting on some favorite passages from Rainer Maria Rilke's Letters to a Young Poet and Mason Currey's Daily Rituals: How Artists Work. In reflecting on what Rilke calls "the happiness of being a beginner," I announce my intention to begin writing a novel this month—and to complete 50,000 words of it—as a first-time participant in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). And in sharing some gems from Daily Rituals, I discuss some of my own sacred routines, as well as some words of wisdom on discipline and inspiration from Gustave Flaubert, Steve Reich, Samuel Beckett, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, and Bernard Malamud.

Origins: Explorations of thought-leaders' pivotal moments
Judith Donath - Technology, trust, and what holds society together

Origins: Explorations of thought-leaders' pivotal moments

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 74:05


Judith Donath is a design thinker for some of the most important theory for how people interact in online spaces, drawing on evolutionary biology, architecture, ethnography, cognitive science. She just might be the voice we need for the multi-media multiscale world we're walking into. Origins Podcast WebsiteFlourishing Commons NewsletterShow Notes:Tsundoku (09:00)The cost of honesty (09:30)theory of mind, MIT Media Lab, and Marvin Minsky (13:00)Roger Schank (13:30)cultural metaphors (14:00)Ocean Vuong (17:15)The Architecture Machine by Nicholas Negroponte (19:30)Bell Labs (20:15)Vienna Circle (20:20)Sociable Media Group (22:40)The Social Machine by Judith Donath (23:05)Fernanda Viégas (35:20)Chat Circles (35:30)Gossip, Grooming, and the Evolution of Language by Robin Dunbar (39:00)The Strength of Weak Ties by Mark Granovetter (43:20)Berkman Klein Center (47:00)Signalling Theory (49:00)Daily Rituals: How Artists Work by Mason Currey (56:00)The Experimental Novel by Émile Zola (59:00)C Thi Nguyen Origins (59:20)Lightning Round (01:00:30)Book: The Lord of the Rings by JRR TolkienPassion: Crossfit's way of thinking about metricsHeart sing: Street photographyTeju ColeScrewed up: Traditional academiaFind Judith online:Website'Five-Cut Fridays' five-song music playlist series  Judith's playlistFlourishing SalonsLearning Salon AIArtwork Cristina GonzalezMusic swelo

48 Days to the Work You Love Internet Radio Show

This is the name of a book by Mason Currey describing the rituals and routines of 161 creatives from composers and writers to painters and poets. Here are a few to take note of. What is it that you do to stimulate your creativity? Find more about Dan Miller and Wisdom of the Sages at https://www.48days.com/wisdom-of-the-sages-podcast/

Mystic Pirates
Season 6 Episode 3: The Bizarre Daily Rituals Of Great Artists, Thinkers, and Inventers

Mystic Pirates

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 48:16


In This week's episode, Lance and Jacklyn discuss book, Daily Rituals by Mason Currey.  They talk about some of the most fascinating artists and thinkers in history and their daily routines which inspired and influenced their work.Jacklyn shares her thoughts on the destructive patterns that most of these great minds exhibited and the growing trend towards health and balance.  Lance shares fun facts about Ben Franklin, Woody Allen, and more.  Tune in for a fun and interesting conversation about the people we know and love as well as some helpful takeaways tha tyou can implement into your daily routine.We also share a great recipe and, of course and stand up comedy recommendation for you!Enjoy!For more stories, check out Mason Currey's book:https://a.co/d/g1ceyKr

Real Estate Espresso
Book of the Month - Daily Rituals by Mason Currey

Real Estate Espresso

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 4:45


Our book this month is definitely worthy of the book of the month. Our book is Daily Rituals: How Artists Work by Mason Currey. I was put onto this book by Tim Ferris who has been recommending it for some time. Daily Rituals is a fascinating book by Mason Currey that delves into the daily habits and routines of some of the most creative minds in history. From writers and painters to composers and scientists, the book provides a captivating look at how these artists structured their lives to maximize their creativity and productivity. If you are involved in a creative endeavor in your work, you are an artist. The author has compiled a wealth of information on the daily habits of creative geniuses, providing a unique perspective on how they managed to accomplish so much in their lives. --------------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

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Writer's Routine
Writer's Routine Revisited: Hugh Montgomery, author of 'Control' - Professor talks making time to write, what makes you creative, and the joy of trying something new.

Writer's Routine

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 49:50


Hugh Montgomery is a someone who, if he wasn't so darned lovely, you'd probably have to envy quite a lot. He's a practicing clinician, a UK lead on climate change, he's written screen-plays, runs ultramarathons, learns a new skill a year, holds a world-record, and is now releasing his first full-novel.It's called 'Control' - a thriller set in the medical-world (write what you know) all about a bullying, over-bearing Doctor, and the way he treats colleagues, which comes back to haunt him. We talk about brooding over the idea for the story, escaping to France to write it, and where he thinks the story actually came from.As he manages to fit in so much into his day, we talk about where he finds the time and why he rations sleep. Also, we talk about why he learns a new skill every year, and how he believes it to be crucial to make time stop flying by.Also - you can hear a distinguished routine from history with Mason Currey, and grab his new book 'Daily Rituals: Women at Work' here - https://masoncurrey.com/If you can, please do support the show! - patreon.com/writersroutine@writerspodwritersroutine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Good Morning, RVA!
Good morning, RVA: More park land, better bridge names, and shoestring fries

Good Morning, RVA!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022


Good morning, RVA! It's 52 °F, and we've got another day of weirdly temperate weather, and you should expect highs in the 70s served alongside some clouds. Just to make sure I'm not misremembering all the previous Novembers of my life, I went and pulled the historic average temperatures for November in Richmond. Typically we see highs around 65 °F in the beginning of the month—compare that to this weekend's forecasted highs in the 80s! Water cooler Today, the Capital Region Land Conservancy announced that local residents have gifted them 3.5 acres of river-adjacent property, adding new green space to the James River Park System and protecting portions of the Buttermilk Trail forever. From the press release: “The Rogers have subdivided their property and donated 3.46 acres, including the entirety of the trail network located on their property, to the Capital Region Land Conservancy to be protected in perpetuity and be added into the James River Park System conservation easement upon transfer to the City of Richmond.” For whatever ancient and historical reason, portions of the Buttermilk Trail—which people use to walk, hike, and get rad on bikes—crossed over onto the private property of Josh and Carrie Belt Rogers. You can imagine that the idea of folks getting a little too rad and injured while on their property stressed the Rogers out. We should all be really thankful that they decided to permanently preserve the trail system as it is rather than putting up some fences and blocking access—something that would have been totally within their rights to do. AXIOS Richmond has a nice map of the new easement and location of the existing Buttermilk Trail. David Ress at the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports that Councilmember Lynch has withdrawn her proposal to rename the Robert E. Lee Bridge to the Belvidere Bridge. While Belvidere Bridge probably makes the easiest sense as a new (and needed!) name for this bridge, the namesake Belvidere was a 1700s estate owned by William Byrd III—a rich white man who enslaved people. Pulitzer Prize Winner Michael Paul Williams has some more on that history of Belvidere and some reactions from community members, if you want to dig in. I get it, like Lynch says in one of the aforelinked stories, “Richmond's history is complicated.” Unfortunately for us, a lot of the names attached to our streets and infrastructure have disturbing histories that we've forgotten (or intentionally ignore), and its worth being thoughtful before attaching a new, long-lasting name to a thing. I think pumping the brakes on this particular renaming and switching to a community-driven process was a good idea. I also think that the City could just take down the “Robert E. Lee Bridge” signs today, and not wait for the results of that community process. I also also think we should just rename it back to the James River Bridge, its original 1933 name before the Lost Causers got ahold of it. Charlotte Rene Woods, also at the RTD, reports that the Virginia NAACP has paid $20,000 to the state Attorney General's office for a FOIA request related to the office's “Election Integrity Unit.” These Republican-created voter fraud tasks forces typically find zero cases of actual fraud and mostly exist to create headlines. Given that the AG's EIU is probably vaporware, who knows what will result from this request. Either way, that is a ton of money to spend on a FOIA. Huge news! according to their instagram, shoestring fries are back Joe's Inn: “Five years ago, on October 4, 2017 - we got new fries. People were upset, people were divided. Since then, we can all agree that much has occurred. While the world has changed around us — we haven't forgotten those delicious golden skinny shoestring fries of yore. After an exhaustive search we have finally found a fry we can be proud of. And so, starting today (and beyond) we are happy to report that SHOESTRING FRIES ARE BACK!” This is personally exciting to me as, for my money, nothing beats sopping up the remains of an over-medium egg with crispy shoestring fries. This morning's longread Fall In Yep, still exploring time and calendars and seasons and phases. We're all on a journey together, and I hope you're enjoying it! This leads to a question: Should one also change in conjunction with the seasons? By this I mean more than donning a natty scarf when the temperature drops below a certain level—I mean changing things about the way you eat, sleep, live, and work. Conventional productivity advice doesn't really take up this question. One of the things, in fact, that irks me about such advice is that it tends to frame things in terms of daily routines, routines that are ostensibly the same regardless of the season. In other words, most productivity advice is seasonless. Here I'm thinking of things like Mason Currey's engrossing 2013 book Daily Rituals and Tim Ferriss's more tech bro-y late-2016 knockoff Tools for Titans. Now, I'm as interested in famous people's daily routines as anyone. But at the same time, I feel it's important to resist the tyranny of “the day.” If you'd like your longread to show up here, go chip in a couple bucks on the ol' Patreon. Picture of the Day Hitching a ride.

The Fearless Writer Podcast with Beth Kempton
S1 Ep1: QUIETENING – making time and space to write

The Fearless Writer Podcast with Beth Kempton

Play Episode Play 53 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 42:04 Transcription Available


In this episode we are going to explore ways to make time and space to write, and quieten the noise of the world so we can go deep within. This episode includes:-       Practical ways to make time for writing-       My revelation that writing doesn't have to be done at a desk(!)-       How to deal with any guilt around making time for writingIn each episode, I will talk for about fifteen to twenty minutes, and then offer you a timed writing exercise at the end to try, for another ten minutes. Grab yourself a cuppa and settle in for a lovely writerly chat. With inspiration from Mason Currey, Henry Miller, Shakti Gawain and Ryōkan Taigu.I hope this podcast will help you write fearlessly, and with joy, and build a writing practice that nourishes you for the rest of your life. I'd love to see what writing it inspires – feel free to share by tagging me @bethkempton #fearlesswriterpodcastBethXxPS Please note there is a chunk of silence in this podcast. It is supposed to be there for the weekly writing exercise!Click here to download the transcriptThe theme music for The Fearless Writer Podcast is The River sung by Danni Nicholls, co-written by Danni Nicholls and me, Beth Kempton. Listen on iTunes / Spotify / Youtube and feel free to add it to your Instagram reels! See here for the lyrics and full credits.***Did you know the audiobook version of The Way of the Fearless Writer includes a full meditation album to help get the words flowing? You can get it here. Resources mentioned in this episode:•      Daily Rituals by Mason Currey (Picador) p.53 •      Untitled by Ryokan (translated by John Stevens) in The Poetry of Impermanence, Mindfulness and Joy by John Brehm (Ed.) (pub. Wisdom) p.113 •      Living in the Light by Shakti Gawain (New World Library) p.27 •      The Way of the Fearless Writer: Ancient Eastern wisdom for a flourishing writing life by Beth Kempton (Piatkus). US/Canada edition HERE More at bethkempton.com / dowhatyouloveforlife.com / Instagram @bethkempton

Atelier-Talk
#57 Max Rübensal - Künstler des 21. Jahrhunderts

Atelier-Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 65:09


#57 Max Rübensal - Künstler des 21. JahrhundertsKunst goes BusinessWeitere Infos zu dieser und allen anderen Episoden findest du auf unserer Website:Atelier-TalkSchau auch bei Instagram vorbei..Steffie im Web:https://stephanie-huellmann.com/https://www.instagram.com/stephaniehuellmann.Nina im Web:https://www.ninagebke.com/https://www.instagram.com/with_love_nina.Max im Web:Die Webseite von Max Rübensal: https://maxruebensal.com/de/Max bei Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxruebensalDie Galerie, bei der Max gearbeitet hat: https://danyszgallery.com/Das Buch „Daily Ritual - How Artists Work“, über das wir sprechen, ist von Mason Currey: https://www.masoncurrey.com/daily-ritualsMax aktuelle Ausstellung findet in der Stadt Varel statt bei dieser Galerie: https://kunstwerk.art/.So kannst du direkt Kontakt mit uns aufnehmen:podcast.ateliertalk@googlemail.com.

The Substack Podcast
Dear Writer: Advice on bringing your unique skills together

The Substack Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 5:32


We asked Robert Reich to share his advice on learning to use his writing and drawing skills to illustrate his Substack. Read on for Robert’s advice, or listen to him read it aloud above.This is the fifth in a recurring series of longform writer advice, following Alicia Kennedy’s advise on learning to listen, Embedded’s Kate Lindsay’s advice on creating trust with your readers, Lance’s Anna Codrea-Rado’s advice on learning to celebrate just how far you’ve come, and Mason Currey’s advice on creative growth.Could you use some advice or inspiration from a fellow writer about creativity, motivation, and the writing life? Submit your question for consideration for a future advice column by leaving it in the comments below. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit on.substack.com

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Dear Writer: Advice on bringing your unique skills together

Resources (private feed for info@flokilive.com)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 5:32


We asked Robert Reich to share his advice on learning to use his writing and drawing skills to illustrate his Substack. Read on for Robert's advice, or listen to him read it aloud above.This is the fifth in a recurring series of longform writer advice, following Alicia Kennedy's advise on learning to listen, Embedded's Kate Lindsay's advice on creating trust with your readers, Lance's Anna Codrea-Rado's advice on learning to celebrate just how far you've come, and Mason Currey's advice on creative growth.Could you use some advice or inspiration from a fellow writer about creativity, motivation, and the writing life? Submit your question for consideration for a future advice column by leaving it in the comments below. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode.

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma
Ep 280: Manjima Bhattacharjya: The Making of a Feminist

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 242:37


The world is changing for women -- but is it getting better? Manjima Bhattacharjya joins Amit Varma in episode 280 of The Seen and the Unseen to describe her journey as a feminist and why she believes in the long arc. She also talks about her book Intimate City, and the changing face of sex work in India. Also check out: 1. Manjima Bhattacharjya on Twitter, YouTube and Google Scholar. 2. Intimate City -- Manjima Bhattacharjya. 3. Mannequin: Working Women in India's Glamour Industry -- Manjima Bhattacharjya. 4. Jhumpa Lahiri on Amazon. 5. Empire of the Sun -- Steven Spielberg. 6. In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones — Pradip Krishen. 7. Farouk Abdul-Aziz and Kuwait Cine Club. 8. Nancy Drew on Wikipedia and Amazon. 9. The Life and Times of Mrinal Pande -- Episode 263 of The Seen and the Unseen. 10. Some episodes on The Seen and the Unseen that touched on feminism with Paromita Vohra, Kavita Krishnan, Kavitha Rao, Namita Bhandare and Shrayana Bhattacharjya,  11. Kali For Women. 12. Jagori. 13. Mrityudand -- Prakash Jha. 14. The Ferment of Our Founders -- Episode 272 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Shruti Kapila). 15. Rukmini Sees India's Multitudes — Episode 261 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Rukmini S). 16. Bargaining with Patriarchy -- Deniz Kandiyoti. 17. On the Road to Change -- A conversation between Kavita Krishnan and Amit Varma. 18. If It's Monday It Must Be Madurai — Srinath Perur. 19. One Bad Law Goes, but Women Remain Second-Class Citizens -- Amit Varma. 20. Most of Amit Varma's writing on DeMon, collected in one Twitter thread. 21. Who gains from the new Maternity Benefit Act Amendment? -- Devika Kher. 22. Here's What's Wrong With the Maternity Benefits Act -- Suman Joshi. 23. Why Children Labour (2007) -- Amit Varma. 24. Metrics of Empowerment — Episode 88 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Devika Kher, Nidhi Gupta and Hamsini Hariharan). 25. The #MeToo Movement -- Episode 90 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Supriya Nair and Nikita Saxena). 26. An Economist Looks at #MeToo -- Episode 92 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Shruti Rajagopalan). 27. Superforecasting — Philip Tetlock & Dan Gardner. 28. The Problem that Has No Name -- Betty Friedan. 29. Kamla Bhasin and Abha Bhaiya. 30. Live Sex Acts -- Wendy Chapkis. 31. Beautiful Thing — Sonia Faleiro. 32. Two Girls Hanging From a Tree -- Episode 209 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Sonia Faleiro). 33. Daily Rituals — Mason Currey. 34. Daily Rituals: Women at Work — Mason Currey. 35. Thin Places -- Ann Armbrecht. 36. Cheryl Strayed on Amazon. 37. Mahanagar — Satyajit Ray. 38. India = Migration -- Episode 128 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Chinmay Tumbe). 39. India Moving — Chinmay Tumbe. 40. Abhimaan -- Hrishikesh Mukherjee. 41. Natasha Badhwar on Amazon. 42. Parenthood -- Episode 43 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Natasha Badhwar). 43. Yuzvendra Chahal's bullying. 44. Memories and Things — Episode 195 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Aanchal Malhotra). 45. Temporarily Yours – Intimacy, Authenticity and the Commerce of Sex -- Elizabeth Bernstein. 46. The Girlfriend Experience. 47. Everybody Lies — Seth Stephens-Davidowitz. 48. The Truth About Ourselves — Amit Varma. 49. Literotica stories archive. 50. The news article about a journalist and some artists forced to strip to their underwear. 51. Episodes of The Seen and the Unseen on the creator economy with Roshan Abbas, Varun Duggirala, Neelesh Misra, Snehal Pradhan, Chuck Gopal, Nishant Jain, Deepak Shenoy and Abhijit Bhaduri. 52. 11th Lane: Kamathipura -- Sudharak Olwe. 53. Tawaif -- Episode 174 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Saba Dewan). 54. Notting Hill and Pretty Woman. 55. An Educated Woman In Prostitution -- Manada Devi. 56. Factory Girls -- Leslie T Chang. 57. Gangubai Kathiawadi -- Sanjay Leela Bhansali. 58. Elles -- Malgoska Szumowska. 59. The Unbearable Lightness of Being -- Philip Kaufman. 60. Roger Ebert's review of Unbearable Lightness. 61. The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie, The Phantom of Liberty, That Obscure Object of Desire — Luis Buñuel. 62. The Discreet Charm of the Savarnas -- Rajesh Rajamani. This episode is sponsored by CTQ Compounds. Check out The Daily Reader and FutureStack. Use the code UNSEEN for Rs 2500 off. Check out Amit's online course, The Art of Clear Writing. And subscribe to The India Uncut Newsletter. It's free! The illustration for this episode is by Nishant Jain aka Sneaky Artist. Check out his work on Twitter, Instagram and Substack.

The Substack Podcast
Dear Writer: Advice on writing through isolation

The Substack Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 6:38


We asked Helena Fitzgerald to share her advice on navigating isolation as a writer. Helena writes Griefbacon—a newsletter on the weirdness of relationships for “the last people at the party after everyone else has gone home.” Listen on for her experience of solitude in writing, or listen to her read it aloud above.Dear writer, how does isolation play into your writing experience? When do you crave it, and at what point do you seek support, collaboration, or edits? How do you come up for air when the loneliness of writing becomes too much? *This is the fifth in a recurring series of longform writer advice, following Alicia Kennedy’s advice on learning to listen, Embedded’s Kate Lindsay’s advice on creating trust with your readers, Lance’s Anna Codrea-Rado’s advice on learning to celebrate just how far you’ve come, and Mason Currey’s advice on creative growth.Could you use some advice or inspiration from a fellow writer about creativity, motivation, and the writing life? Submit your question for consideration for a future advice column by leaving it in the comments on Substack. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit on.substack.com

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Dear Writer: Advice on writing through isolation

Resources (private feed for info@flokilive.com)

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 6:38


We asked Helena Fitzgerald to share her advice on navigating isolation as a writer. Helena writes Griefbacon—a newsletter on the weirdness of relationships for “the last people at the party after everyone else has gone home.” Listen on for her experience of solitude in writing, or listen to her read it aloud above.Dear writer, how does isolation play into your writing experience? When do you crave it, and at what point do you seek support, collaboration, or edits? How do you come up for air when the loneliness of writing becomes too much? *This is the fifth in a recurring series of longform writer advice, following Alicia Kennedy's advice on learning to listen, Embedded's Kate Lindsay's advice on creating trust with your readers, Lance's Anna Codrea-Rado's advice on learning to celebrate just how far you've come, and Mason Currey's advice on creative growth.Could you use some advice or inspiration from a fellow writer about creativity, motivation, and the writing life? Submit your question for consideration for a future advice column by leaving it in the comments on Substack. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode.

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EP11 相見恨晚的創作歌手 Joanna Wang王若琳

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Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2022 51:43


因為19年金曲獎的緣份,9m88遇見了Joanna,雙Jo的神奇橋樑因此接上!沒得獎的88在當晚隨即收到得獎的Joanna的合作邀請。時隔多年,終於在2022推出了翻唱合作歌曲 。這次兩位創作者用中英雙聲道的方式,聊創作方法以及對生活和事業的洞見,彼此迥異與不謀而合的地方都彌足珍貴!註:訪問中Joanna使用英文較多,建議用打開英文耳朵的心態收聽

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EP11: 相見恨晚的創作歌手 Joanna Wang王若琳

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Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2022 51:42


因為19年金曲獎的緣份,9m88遇見了Joanna,雙Jo的神奇橋樑因此接上!沒得獎的88在當晚隨即收到得獎的Joanna的合作邀請。時隔多年,終於在2022推出了翻唱合作歌曲 。這次兩位創作者用中英雙聲道的方式,聊創作方法以及對生活和事業的洞見,彼此迥異與不謀而合的地方都彌足珍貴!註:訪問中Joanna使用英文較多,建議用打開英文耳朵的心態收聽

Podcast do Vítor
O Segredo dos Grandes Artistas: 4 Principais Lições do Livro #221

Podcast do Vítor

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 13:24


O livro O Segredo dos Grandes Artistas, do autor Mason Currey, fala sobre rotinas diárias e como elas podem ajudar na nossa produtividade, estudos e trabalho. Material de apoio: https://casadoestudo.com/os-segredos-dos-grandes-artistas/ Vídeo da gameplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCgJohai4Yk

Aiming For The Moon
Creativity Under Pressure: Mason Currey (Author of "Daily Rituals" and "Daily Rituals: Women at Work")

Aiming For The Moon

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 31:07


After a long sabbatical of procrastination, I have returned to finish our trilogy on creativity. In today's episode, I sit down with Mason Currey, the author of Daily Rituals and Daily Rituals: Women at Work. We tackle one of my leading questions about creativity - how to create when it feels like the world is swallowing you!Topics-Why and how Mason Currey wrote Daily RitualsGetting addicted to artHow to maximize creative energy Habits - the key to creativityWhat we can learn from great artists' creative processHow creators balance life and artHas the creative process changed over the centuries?The importance of ruthless routines How tiny increments build great works (even when life is busy)What books have had an impact on Mr. CurreyWhat advice Mr. Currey has for teenagersThe Writer's highResources-Daily Rituals - https://amzn.to/3KtQmQlDaily Rituals: Women at Work - https://amzn.to/3s5Zx34The Diaries of Franz Kafka, 1910-1923 (The Schocken Kafka Library) - https://amzn.to/3vTDWw8The Metamorphosis - https://amzn.to/3LCq006Mason Currey is the author of the Daily Rituals books, featuring brief profiles of the day-to-day working lives of more than 300 great creative minds. He's currently working on a new book and writing Subtle Maneuvers, a newsletter about the ups and downs of the creative process. He lives in Los Angeles.Socials! -Website: https://www.aimingforthemoon.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiming4moon/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Aiming4MoonTaylor's Blog: https://www.taylorgbledsoe.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6-TwYdfPcWV-V1JvjBXkAll Amazon Affiliate links help financially support "Aiming for the Moon" while you get a great read or product.

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Dear Writer: Advice on conducting a great interview

Resources (private feed for info@flokilive.com)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022


We asked Alicia Kennedy to share her advice on interviewing. She calls From the Desk of Alicia Kennedy Podcast, her weekly podcast that's part of her food newsletter, “a curated conversation series.” She recently wrote about her belief in unscripted, unedited interviews here. Read on for her advice, or listen to her read it aloud above.Dear writer and podcaster, what's the secret to a good interview? My podcast always begins with the same question: “Can you tell me about where you grew up and what you ate?” This establishes the conversation in some straightforward biography, while also grounding it in the flavors and food philosophies that have shaped the guest's life. From there, the audience and I will get to go deeper, but the guest sets the terms of the conversation by choosing what and how much to share. Do they become wistful and nostalgic, or do these memories seem painful? Are they tinged by grief and loss, or by joy and whimsy? The question sets the tone and tenor of the rest of the conversation.   To me, a good interview is governed by the same thing as good nonfiction writing: curiosity. I've made mistakes before by doing interviews with people whose work I, frankly, was not curious about, and that means I'm just going through the motions. But what makes an interview good for the audience—whether a listener or reader—is that the people having the conversation are actively engaged with each other, and ideally with each other's work. As an interviewer, I want the people listening to feel like they're overhearing a natural conversation, something that would happen spontaneously after the plates are cleared away from the dinner table and all that's left is some wine and cake.There also needs to be a spirit of generosity on the part of the person being interviewed. When people come on who've never bothered to listen to a past episode and don't respond generously to good-faith questions, it can feel like pulling teeth. I've learned for myself, whether I'm the host or the guest, that I shouldn't show up unless I can get locked into having a generous conversation. This means being curious and being engaged, of course, but also believing that every question is a good question, a worthwhile question, and if I think perhaps it hasn't been phrased well, that I can reframe it in my response. I want the people listening to feel like they're overhearing a natural conversation, something that would happen spontaneously after the plates are cleared away from the dinner table and all that's left is some wine and cake.In order to facilitate better conversations, I send my guests the questions a week ahead of time. This provides not too much time to overprepare and thus kill spontaneity, but it does allow them to get a sense of the trajectory of the conversation and tell me whether they'd prefer to go in another direction. I want guests to be comfortable and know that it will be a safe space for anything they wish to talk about, and I like to establish their boundaries ahead of time. I try to ask big, open questions, too, so that the guest feels free to take their response in any direction. Specific questions, I've found, lend themselves too easily to simple answers. The worst feeling is to receive a “yes” or “no” in response. Though sometimes one can want to flex just how deep they've researched in their questions, I find it better to be looser and to let the guest guide the conversation a bit, because their spontaneity will also be more compelling to the listener. In writing these bigger, more open questions, I dive into all the person's work and also try to listen to or read past interviews. I want to honor the subjects that drive the guest's life while also bringing something different to it, something less anticipated. My questions that I ask to everyone are very important for this reason, such as in how I begin, but also in how I finish, which is with the same two questions. Each guest responds to the same questions in new ways.I want to honor the subjects that drive the guest's life while also bringing something different to it, something less anticipated. I used to ask just, “For you, is cooking a political act?” but I change it up based on whether the guest has told me they like to cook or not. If they don't, I ask about writing or bartending or whatever it is they put all their soul into. I've begun to add the question “How do you define abundance?” because the concept of “abundance” keeps working its way into my own writing—how we define it, yes, as well as how to cultivate it and how to reframe it in a world that tries to tell us abundance looks one way, means one thing.My podcast is, in this way, an extension of my writing, a way to engage with its themes with folks who've done different kinds of work in food and culture, who can bring new perspectives to themes I work with consistently. We all eat and engage with food differently, and I want to honor that diversity through generous, curious conversation.Sincerely, AliciaThis is the fourth in a recurring series of longform writer advice, following Embedded's Kate Lindsay's advice on creating trust with your readers, Lance's Anna Codrea-Rado's advice on learning to celebrate just how far you've come, and Mason Currey's advice on creative growth.Could you use some advice or inspiration from a fellow writer about creativity, motivation, and the writing life? Submit your question for consideration for a future advice column by leaving it in the comments below. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode.

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Dear Writer: Advice on creating trust with your readers

Resources (private feed for info@flokilive.com)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2022 3:37


As we kick off the Substack category tour, we asked Kate Lindsay, co-author of Embedded, to share some writer-to-writer advice about creating trust with your readers. Co-founded with Nick Catucci, Embedded is a twice-weekly guide to new internet creators including trends and weekly interviews with “very online” people. Read on for her advice, or listen to her read it aloud above.​Dear writer,How do you approach reading, as a writer? How does the lens of your own audience impact how and what you read?Dear writer,I'll admit, there was a period of time when I was too jaded from working in the digital media industry to read any online content. At my first writing job, I wrote seven stories a day, sometimes waking up as early as 6 a.m. to fit it all in. By the time I'd worked at a few different publications, I could tell when an article was actually an SEO grab masquerading as a legitimate piece of writing, or a piece of clickbait meant to make people mad, and I wasn't interested in feeding the machine with my own reading habits.While I'd like to think this particular era of digital media is on its way out, you still see shades of it when the latest viral moment prompts every outlet to scramble for its own unique take. So many websites are writing the same thing. This can be helpful: When Yellowjackets was airing, I was so deep in the show and its fan theories that I read every perspective I could find in hopes of getting all the crumbs. But this strategy doesn't work universally. For instance, I similarly consumed Covid-19 content in the first year of the pandemic, but I realized that this wasn't actually reading—it was anxiety-spiraling.All this is to say, I'm somewhat precious with what I consume, and definitely read a lot less than perhaps you'd think for someone who calls themselves “chronically online.” I like pieces that work to clarify a moment with reason rather than drum up anxiety for clicks, and I have a natural aversion to reading whatever piece has my Twitter timeline in an uproar—because it was probably designed to do just that. “I like pieces that work to clarify a moment with reason rather than drum up anxiety for clicks.”This was one of the first things I noticed about writing Embedded: I no longer have to cater to SEO, or try to get someone's attention on a timeline. We're writing for readers who, by nature of signing up, already want to read us. So our coverage can be more thoughtfully catered to them in a way that feels helpful, not exploitative. Our best-performing pieces for Embedded are often the ones that seek to make the reader feel understood. Our newsletter is about the internet, but rather than highlight what's dystopian about this time, I always try to focus on the things about it that are uniquely human, or voice something we all experience that hasn't been formally put to paper. Similarly, the pieces I love and share with others aren't ones that are particularly spicy or that make me want to get up and go do something, but that reflect back to me a thought or experience that makes me feel seen.This isn't to say you need to try to broadly appeal to your readers. Curating our My Internet series has taught me that the internet may be getting bigger, but people still find and occupy their own particular corners of it. The 2020 National Book Award nominee Rumaan Alam follows Mary-Kate and Ashley fan accounts. Former New York Times columnist Ben Smith is on Geocaching reddit. Writer Taylor Lorenz loves bird TikTok. Investing in a niche may not reach the most readers, but the people you are writing for will be real and engaged and appreciative, which is, ostensibly, why we all started doing this. “Investing in a niche may not reach the most readers, but the people you are writing for will be real and engaged and appreciative, which is, ostensibly, why we all started doing this.” I've also learned that people will pay for writing, and we should continue to normalize that. For My Internet, we always ask people what they pay for online, and some have named publications from the New York Times to Insider to Study Hall to, of course, their favorite Substacks. But when you step back and look at social media as a whole, everyday people in the replies and comments are routinely astonished when something is paywalled. Sure, running into a paywall is annoying, but the fact that you're annoyed you can't read something is the reason to pay for it! If you want to read good stuff, then you have to free writers from the advertising model that forces quantity over quality, and that means people with the means to give their money, doing so. If all else fails, I'll leave you with these two pieces of advice: Trust recommendations from humans, not algorithms, and treat your clicks like currency—give them to the kind of content you want to see more of, not less. Sincerely,KateThis is the third in a recurring series of longform writer-to-writer advice, following Mason Currey's advice column on creative growth and Anna Codrea-Rado of Lance on learning to celebrate just how far you've come.Could you use some advice or inspiration from a fellow writer about creativity, motivation, and the writing life? Submit your question for consideration for a future advice column by leaving it in the comments below, or entering it (with the option to remain anonymous) using this form.Bonus: Reading RoomReading Room is a new mini series with writers like Anne Helen Petersen sharing their favorite publications to read on Substack. Kate is a thoughtful reader and researcher, both of her peers and of the online spaces that she covers. We asked Kate to share what she is reading.Kate Lindsay's recommended reads:Substack I'm most excited to open ASAP: Today in Tabs—it breaks down the exact discourse I recommend against reading, but now I can still know what people are talking about. Substack most likely to make me think: ¡Hola Papi!—I keep rereading this post about stepping back from social media. I'm like, did I black out and send this letter? First Substack I subscribed to: That's gotta be Garbage Day, and I still open every single one! I recently cited this one, about how social media is digesting the crisis in Ukraine, in my own writing. Substack I subscribed to most recently: After School—one of the only places to report on Gen Z that isn't patronizing. I think this Gen Z gift guide is a perfect example of how hard its author, Casey Lewis, works to be accurate and comprehensive. Substack I recommend to friends most often: Rachel Karten's Link in Bio is essential for understanding the professional social media space. I love this one about the personal social media accounts of people who run brand accounts. Visit Kate's profile page to see more from her current reading list. Subscribe to Kate and Nick's publication on Substack, Embedded, and you can also find them on Twitter here and here. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode.

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma
Ep 261: Rukmini Sees India's Multitudes

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 220:34


You may think you have India figured out -- but do you? Rukmini S joins Amit Varma in episode 261 of The Seen and the Unseen to speak about the many layers of India she has uncovered by looking closely at data, and the stories that lie beneath. Also check out: 1. Whole Numbers and Half Truths -- Rukmini S. 2. The Importance of Data Journalism -- Episode 196 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Rukmini S). 3. The Loneliness of the Indian Woman -- Episode 259 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Shrayana Bhattacharya). 4. The White Album -- Joan Didion. 5. The world's most expensive coffee, made from poop of civet cat, is made in India -- Hindustan Times news report. 6. A Life in Indian Politics -- Episode 149 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Jayaprakash Narayan). 7. What Have We Done With Our Independence? -- Episode 186 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Pratap Bhanu Mehta). 8. The Business of Books -- Episode 150 of The Seen and the Unseen (w VK Karthika). 9. Munni Badnaam Hui. 10. Beautiful Thing -- Sonia Faleiro. 11. The Good Girls -- Sonia Faleiro. 12. Two Girls Hanging From a Tree -- Episode 209 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Sonia Faleiro). 13. Daily Rituals -- Mason Currey. 14. Daily Rituals: Women at Work -- Mason Currey. 15. Pramit Bhattacharya Believes in Just One Ism -- Episode 256 of The Seen and the Unseen. 16. Food and Nutrition in India: Facts and Interpretations -- Angus Deaton and Jean Dreze. 17. The Three Languages of Politics -- Arnold Kling. 18. Modeling Covid-19 -- Episode 224 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Gautam Menon). 19. The Practice of Medicine -- Episode 229 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Lancelot Pinto). 20. Sample SSR conspiracy theory: He's alive! 21. The Case Against Sugar — Gary Taubes. 22. The Big Fat Surprise — Nina Teicholz. 23. The Obesity Code — Jason Fung. 24. Episodes of The Seen and the Unseen on the creator ecosystem with Roshan Abbas, Varun Duggirala, Neelesh Misra, Snehal Pradhan, Chuck Gopal and Nishant Jain. 25. Steven Van Zandt: Springsteen, the death of rock and Van Morrison on Covid — Richard Purden. 26. Ravish Kumar's Instagram post on Rukmini's book. 27. Dataclysm: Who We Are (When We Think No One's Looking) -- Christian Rudder. 28. Everybody Lies -- Seth Stephens-Davidowitz. 29. The Truth About Ourselves -- Amit Varma. 30. Posts by Amit Varma on Mahindra Watsa: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. 31. The Kavita Krishnan Files -- Episode 228 of The Seen and the Unseen. 32. One Bad Law Goes, but Women Remain Second-Class Citizens -- Amit Varma. 33. The papers on declining labour force participation of Indian women by Ashwini Deshpande and Sonalde Desai. 34. Amit Varma's provocative tweet on Urdu poetry. 35. If It's Monday It Must Be Madurai -- Srinath Perur. 36. Ghachar Ghochar -- Vivek Shanbhag (translated by Srinath Perur). 37. Girl No.166: Will this retired cop ever stop looking for Pooja? -- Smita Nair. 38. Private Truths, Public Lies — Timur Kuran. 39. Group Polarization on Wikipedia. 40. Where Anna Hazare Gets It Wrong -- Amit Varma. 41. Superforecasting -- Philip Tetlock and Dan Gardner. 42. Think Again -- Adam Grant. 43. Ideology and Identity — Pradeep K Chhibber and Rahul Verma. 44. Political Ideology in India -- Episode 131 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Rahul Verma). 45. Population Is Not a Problem, but Our Greatest Strength -- Amit Varma. 46. The Ultimate Resource -- Julian Simon. 47. The Simon-Ehrlich Wager. 48. India Moving — Chinmay Tumbe. 49. India = Migration -- Episode 128 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Chinmay Tumbe). 50. Unemployment rate at four-decade high of 6.1% in 2017-18: NSSO survey -- Somesh Jha. 51. Consumer spend sees first fall in 4 decades on weak rural demand: NSO data -- Somesh Jha. 52. Raag Darbari (Hindi) (English) — Shrilal Shukla. 53. The Competent Authority -- Shovon Chowdhury. 54. Despite the State -- M Rajshekhar. 55. Ponniyin Selvan (Tamil) (English) (English audio) -- Kalki R Krishnamurthy. This episode is sponsored by CTQ Compounds. Check out The Daily Reader and FutureStack. Use the code UNSEEN for Rs 2500 off. Check out Amit's online courses, The Art of Clear Writing and The Art of Podcasting. And subscribe to The India Uncut Newsletter. It's free!

Wisdom and Productivity: The Podcast of An Imperfect Educator
S2:E39: The One #Habit: What I Learned from the Daily Rituals of Artists

Wisdom and Productivity: The Podcast of An Imperfect Educator

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2022 4:19


After reading Daily Rituals How Artists' Work by Mason Currey, I reflected that there's only one habit I will pick from all those artists today: #walking

Revolution Rest
Winter Part 1 - Honoring Your Rhythm

Revolution Rest

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 20, 2022 42:12 Transcription Available


In this episode and the next, Caitlin explores the rhythms of rest - How our needs for rest can vary quite a bit based on our individual constitution, and how our needs for rest are in tune with the seasonal rhythms of nature. Caitlin highlights the season of winter, a period to hibernate and rejuvenate, a time to go inward and develop our inner resources. Resources mentioned:Definitions of Rest: https://www.google.com/search?q=rest+defintion&oq=rest+defintion&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i10l9.2275j1j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781501144318Daily Rituals, Mason Currey (editor) https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780307273604Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780593189481To Book a Discovery Call with Caitlin - http://www.revolutionrest.org

The Substack Podcast
Dear Writer: Advice on recognizing what you've accomplished

The Substack Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 4:56


As the year draws to a close, we asked Anna Codrea-Rado to share a piece of writer-to-writer advice about taking stock of one’s creative accomplishments. Anna writes Lance, a publication all about building a freelance career without burning out. Read on for her advice, or listen to her read it aloud above.Dear writer,How do you stop to recognize what you've accomplished? And how do you refocus and refresh when starting a new chapter?Dear writer,On the eve of a breakup, a past boyfriend said to me that I’d never be happy because I’m always looking for something else.Over a decade later and the memory of that remark still stings. Not because I regret dumping him, but because he’d touched on something that I was (and still am) prone to doing: ambitiously going after something but not stopping to appreciate its fruits. I share this relic from my relationship graveyard to confess that I too struggle to recognize my accomplishments. And before I can attempt to answer what you can do about that, first I want to ask: why can’t you recognize what you’ve accomplished? Earlier this year, I wrote my first book and while I knew it was a huge milestone, I couldn’t feel it. So much so, that I felt uncomfortable whenever other people told me how proud I must be of myself. I started calling this inability to see my own success "productivity dysmorphia.” The pursuit of productivity spurs us to do more while at the same time robbing us of the ability to savor any success we might encounter along the way. As for why it happens, personally, I think the biggest culprit is our toxic work culture which not only moves the goal posts, but then tells us that if we miss, that’s our personal failing. The pursuit of productivity spurs us to do more while at the same time robbing us of the ability to savor any success we might encounter along the way.There’s a badly wrapped gift to be had here: This stuff isn’t your fault! This partly explains why I’ve only ever had mixed results in my attempts to do something about it. Because believe me, I’ve tried all the hacks for recognizing my achievements. The big one is writing down your wins at the end of each day. Seems like a no-brainer for a writer, right? Make yourself feel better about your writing by writing about it? And indeed, scribbling “Wrote 1,000 words today” in my bullet journal does make me feel smug. When I’m fretting about my newsletter, a game I like to play is zooming in and out of the graph in the “Subscriber” tab. There, I can see my growth over the last 30 days, 90 days, and all time. My 30-day chart looks like a rollercoaster; a rickety track of dizzying climbs preceded by stomach-flipping descents. Then I toggle to the 90-day view and things look a little gentler. At the “all-time” setting, all the bumps are smoothed out into a healthy line that clearly points upwards. At that distance, I have an uninterrupted view of how much further along I am now from my starting position. These tactics (or maybe it’s better to call them reflections) have definitely helped me better appreciate my achievements, but only ever after the fact. It’s a bit like how I experience the benefits of exercise, not so much in the moment of doing it, but only after a period of inactivity when I feel terrible for its absence. As the French political theorist, Germaine de Staël wrote, “The human mind always makes progress, but it is a progress in spirals”. And so, I don’t think the move is to throw out these acts of reflection, but rather to accept their limitations. “The human mind always makes progress, but it is a progress in spirals” ~ Germaine de StaëlThen the question becomes, how can we recognize our accomplishments in the moment? For me, the answer lies in getting back to why I write in the first place. I believe that the writing subjects we’re drawn to aren’t random. Richard Bach, the American writer said, “We teach best what we most need to learn.” And I think the same is true for writing—I write best about the things I need to work out for myself. I find this to be particularly important to remember at the close of one chapter and the beginning of another. And if you too are at a similar crossroads right now and struggling with which direction to take next, try asking yourself the following question: Even if no one read me, what would I write about? It’s easy to lose sight of why you’re even writing in the first place, so recentring can be a powerful way to help you get unstuck. Asking yourself this simple question will help you reconnect with your writing and remind you why you’re even doing it in the first place. You’ll be surprised how clearly the answer will come to you. And remember, the sheer act of even asking these kinds of questions is a celebration of how just far you’ve come.Sincerely,AnnaThis is the second in a recurring series of longform writer-to-writer advice, following Mason Currey’s advice column on creative growth. Could you use some advice or inspiration from a fellow writer about creativity, motivation, and the writing life? Submit your question for consideration for a future advice column by leaving it in the comments below, or entering it (with the option to remain anonymous) using this form. Subscribe at on.substack.com

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Dear Writer: Advice on recognizing what you've accomplished

Resources (private feed for info@flokilive.com)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 4:56


As the year draws to a close, we asked Anna Codrea-Rado to share a piece of writer-to-writer advice about taking stock of one's creative accomplishments. Anna writes Lance, a publication all about building a freelance career without burning out. Read on for her advice, or listen to her read it aloud above.Dear writer,How do you stop to recognize what you've accomplished? And how do you refocus and refresh when starting a new chapter?Dear writer,On the eve of a breakup, a past boyfriend said to me that I'd never be happy because I'm always looking for something else.Over a decade later and the memory of that remark still stings. Not because I regret dumping him, but because he'd touched on something that I was (and still am) prone to doing: ambitiously going after something but not stopping to appreciate its fruits. I share this relic from my relationship graveyard to confess that I too struggle to recognize my accomplishments. And before I can attempt to answer what you can do about that, first I want to ask: why can't you recognize what you've accomplished? Earlier this year, I wrote my first book and while I knew it was a huge milestone, I couldn't feel it. So much so, that I felt uncomfortable whenever other people told me how proud I must be of myself. I started calling this inability to see my own success "productivity dysmorphia.” The pursuit of productivity spurs us to do more while at the same time robbing us of the ability to savor any success we might encounter along the way. As for why it happens, personally, I think the biggest culprit is our toxic work culture which not only moves the goal posts, but then tells us that if we miss, that's our personal failing. The pursuit of productivity spurs us to do more while at the same time robbing us of the ability to savor any success we might encounter along the way.There's a badly wrapped gift to be had here: This stuff isn't your fault! This partly explains why I've only ever had mixed results in my attempts to do something about it. Because believe me, I've tried all the hacks for recognizing my achievements. The big one is writing down your wins at the end of each day. Seems like a no-brainer for a writer, right? Make yourself feel better about your writing by writing about it? And indeed, scribbling “Wrote 1,000 words today” in my bullet journal does make me feel smug. When I'm fretting about my newsletter, a game I like to play is zooming in and out of the graph in the “Subscriber” tab. There, I can see my growth over the last 30 days, 90 days, and all time. My 30-day chart looks like a rollercoaster; a rickety track of dizzying climbs preceded by stomach-flipping descents. Then I toggle to the 90-day view and things look a little gentler. At the “all-time” setting, all the bumps are smoothed out into a healthy line that clearly points upwards. At that distance, I have an uninterrupted view of how much further along I am now from my starting position. These tactics (or maybe it's better to call them reflections) have definitely helped me better appreciate my achievements, but only ever after the fact. It's a bit like how I experience the benefits of exercise, not so much in the moment of doing it, but only after a period of inactivity when I feel terrible for its absence. As the French political theorist, Germaine de Staël wrote, “The human mind always makes progress, but it is a progress in spirals”. And so, I don't think the move is to throw out these acts of reflection, but rather to accept their limitations. “The human mind always makes progress, but it is a progress in spirals” ~ Germaine de StaëlThen the question becomes, how can we recognize our accomplishments in the moment? For me, the answer lies in getting back to why I write in the first place. I believe that the writing subjects we're drawn to aren't random. Richard Bach, the American writer said, “We teach best what we most need to learn.” And I think the same is true for writing—I write best about the things I need to work out for myself. I find this to be particularly important to remember at the close of one chapter and the beginning of another. And if you too are at a similar crossroads right now and struggling with which direction to take next, try asking yourself the following question: Even if no one read me, what would I write about? It's easy to lose sight of why you're even writing in the first place, so recentring can be a powerful way to help you get unstuck. Asking yourself this simple question will help you reconnect with your writing and remind you why you're even doing it in the first place. You'll be surprised how clearly the answer will come to you. And remember, the sheer act of even asking these kinds of questions is a celebration of how just far you've come.Sincerely,AnnaThis is the second in a recurring series of longform writer-to-writer advice, following Mason Currey's advice column on creative growth. Could you use some advice or inspiration from a fellow writer about creativity, motivation, and the writing life? Submit your question for consideration for a future advice column by leaving it in the comments below, or entering it (with the option to remain anonymous) using this form. Thank you for subscribing. Share this episode.

Talking Nonfiction
5 books in 10 minutes - great works of writers on writing

Talking Nonfiction

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2021 8:49


This episode covers five great books with writers on writing: Daily Rituals by Mason Currey, The Elephant in the Room by Tommy Tomlinson, Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott, The Telling Room by Michael Paterniti, and The Tender Bar by J.R. Moehringer.

2 Pages with MBS
Fragile and Fleeting: Mason Currey x “The Magic Mountain”

2 Pages with MBS

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 29:12


What does it take to start working towards a worthy goal? A goal that's thrilling, important and daunting. Author Mason Currey might have an answer. Actually, answers. Mason's writing focuses on the lives and routines of many renowned, creative minds. As a creative mind himself, he shares with listeners his process and the many elements involved in producing ambitious and creative work. Get‌ ‌book‌ ‌links‌ ‌and‌ ‌resources‌ ‌at‌ https://www.mbs.works/2-pages-podcast/  Mason reads two pages from the book ‘The Magic Mountain' by Thomas Mann. [reading begins at 4:23]  Michael and Mason talk about:  How mortality affects the way we show up in the world [10:53] | Transitioning into another world [13:48] | Rituals that allow creativity to flourish [16:30] | “Inspiration comes through your work rather than the other way around.” [17:38] | Sharing your work with others: how to be fragile but not shattered [18:29] | Art gets stronger when it's beaten [20:15]

The Food Podcast
Food Rituals

The Food Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2016 19:44


Daily ritual is an obsession of mine. I work from home, and when I come across others who do the same, with success, I want to know exactly how they do it: how their daily flow, from food, to sleep, to the time they awake, sparks creativity in their day. So, for episode 11, I ask three of my favourite ‘work from home' creatives to share their daily rituals with me.   1. Mason Currey, the author of Daily Rituals, shares his secret clothing item that helps his focus. 2. Claire Cameron, also a writer, guns it through the dark, early in morning, then breaks the flow with something her husband makes for her… 3. Andrea Dorfman, animator and filmmaker, sneaks a little skinny dip in before her day begins. I once asked her what she thinks is the difference between routine and ritual. She replied - routine + spirituality = ritual.   But what do the academics have to say about ritual? Dr. Martha MacDonald s a folklorist who works as the acting d

Confessions of a Pink-Haired Marketer
5 Work Habit Hacks from 12 Creative Geniuses

Confessions of a Pink-Haired Marketer

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2015 17:04


Today I’m going to dive into the work rituals of 12 widely influential creatives — writers, musicians, artists, and others. I’m swiping these snippets of creative rituals from a fun book by Mason Currey called How Artists Work: Daily Rituals. (Link in the show notes below.) I was struck by both the similarities and the... Listen to episode

The SaaS (Software as a Service) Business Podcast
001: Sujan Patel on Building Business Relationships, SEO, and 100 Days of Growth

The SaaS (Software as a Service) Business Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2015 40:43


Sujan Patel shares excellent marketing and growth tips for SaaS business owners based on his ten years of Internet marketing experience.   Introduction Sujan Patel started his first business selling cars parts while in high school. While the business was not a great success due to a lack of business acumen, he learned SEO in the process. His SEO skills would serve him well in years to come.   Sujan dropped out of college to found Single Grain, a digital marketing agency. Single grain eventually became one of San Francisco's leading agencies boasting such high-profile clients as Intuit, SalesForce, Random House, Sony Pictures, and Yahoo. In 2014, Sujan sold his holdings in Single Grain and took a job as VP of marketing at the SaaS company When I Work—as a vacation (he does not like to be bored).   Together with Colin Matthews, Sujan has founded ContentMarketer.io, a SaaS product to help marketers automate content promotion efforts.   During the Christmas holidays of 2015, he and Rob Wormley "accidentally" wrote the ebook 100 Days of Growth while brainstorming growth strategies. (He would later write: "It's been one of the most productive Christmas's ever!")   Sujan is also a regular contributor to The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Business Insider, and INC. Magazine. He has written on such varied topics as accelerators, mentorships, productivity hacks, online resources, success habits marketing skills, team building, content marketing, and growth strategies.   Key Segments •     [00:45] Please sign up for the SaaS newsletter to get notified when each podcast is released. •     [01:25] Ron talks about today's guest, Sujan Patel. •     [02:50] Sujan talks about the first business he started while in high school. •     [04:05] What has remained the same with SEO over the years? •     [04:40] Sujan dropped out of college to start his company, Single Grain. •     [05:00] Single Grain was started three times. •     [06:15] Sujan brought on a partner to help with the business side of Single Grain. •     [10:10] What problem does the SaaS product When I Work solve? •     [12:10] Changing someone's habits is the hardest sell. •     [13:00] Why did Sujan start ContentMarketer.io? •     [15:20] How does ContentMarketer.io work? •     [18:40] How did Sujan and Rob Wormley write the ebook 100 Days of Growth "by accident"? •     [24:05] Sujan contacted everyone mentioned in 100 Days of Growth and generated a lot of buzz. •     [24:30] What's in the book? How is it structured? •     [26:30] Email is so easy to use and it's free! •     [30:15] What SEO tools does Sujan recommend? •     [31:30] What are the best resources to learn copywriting? •     [32:40] How can you use content as a marketing tool? •     [34:40] Sujan's favorite marketing hack is T-shirts customers can wear. •     [35:50] Think about how your marketing products/emails will look on mobile. •     [37:00] Cold outreach is a lost art. Sujan does one call a day with somebody new. •     [38:20] Build relationships before asking for help. •     [39:10] Sujan recommends a few resources.    Resources Mentioned •     SaaS Business Podcast  •     Single Grain  •     When I Work  •     ContentMarketer.io  •     Lukewarm emailer  •     Attach  •     100 Days of Growth by Sujan Patel and Rob Wormley  •     Startup Foundation Slack group  •     Instapage  •     MailChimp  •     AWeber  •     SujanPatel.com  •     35 Best Digital Marketing Slide Decks  •     SumoMe  •     Hello Bar  •     SEMrush  •     Buzzsumo  •     Copyblogger  •     Copy Hackers  •     Facebook Page Plugin  •     Inbound  •     Content Marketing Institute  •     Launch by Jeff Walker  •     The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz  •     Daily Rituals: How Artists Work by Mason Currey    

Creative Living with Jamie
Jamie talks to Mason Currey

Creative Living with Jamie

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2014 27:12


Creative living coach Jamie Ridler creates clarity with different levels of creative projects and then chats with writer Mason Currey about artists and their daily rituals. Visit Jamie Ridler Studios at: www.openthedoor.ca

The Actor's Diet
Mason Currey

The Actor's Diet

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2014 17:25


I chat with author of "Daily Rituals," Mason Currey. We talk about HIS daily rituals while writing the book. Keep in touch via Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @mslynnchen. xo Lynn